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Ex-Maccabi Haifa Midfielder Paulinho Finds New Career as Meter Reader
Former Maccabi Haifa midfielder Paulinho, once a notable signing from Flamengo, is now working as an electricity meter reader in Brazil. He is remembered for a significant goal against Maccabi Tel Aviv during his brief stint with the Israeli club.
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What happened
- 01Former Maccabi Haifa player Paulinho now works as an electricity meter reader in Brazil.
- 02Paulinho was a high-profile signing for Maccabi Haifa from Flamengo.
- 03He scored a memorable goal against Maccabi Tel Aviv during his time in Israel.
- 04Paulinho retired from professional football in 2015 and is now 50 years old.
- 05He also plays in amateur leagues and is in a band.
At 50, Paulinho maintains his fitness through his daily work and plays in amateur leagues.
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